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Proposal to create dog grooming parlour at Alice Park turned down
A local resident had hoped to build a hut in Alice Park to run a dog grooming business. …

“Small music event” near Pennyquick monitored by the police
The site was monitored with regular police patrols, and officers also deployed a drone above. …

Hundreds register interest in group-buying solar panel scheme
Homeowners can register with the Solar Together West of England group-buying scheme for free. …

Call for ban on disposable vapes rejected by public health board
Disposable vapes contain a lithium battery which can catch fire if not disposed of properly. …

Researchers at Royal United Hospital recognised with top accolade
The study is one of the UK’s largest-ever drug trials involving Parkinson’s disease. …

Support sought from public as NHS faces further industrial action
The upcoming strike will see junior doctors, consultants and radiographers all take part. …

Plans to create new stadium development at the Rec submitted
The proposals would see the creation of a modern and “fit-for-purpose” home for Bath Rugby. …

500 take on Circuit of Bath Walk to raise cash for Julian House
The sponsored event, now in its 22nd year, has become a popular fixture on the calendar. …

RUHX to host feast fundraiser with variety of guest speakers
Locals can enjoy an evening of food and drink and thought-provoking discussions in aid of RUHX. …

New documentary to focus on murder of 25-year-old Melanie Hall
In the documentary, Melanie’s family speak about the terrible impact her disappearance had on them. …

Firefighters set to host coffee morning in aid of Macmillan charity
The event will offer locals a chance to visit their fire station and meet the team that serves them. …

Call for action over number of gulls at Bath Riverside development
Despite the nuisance they cause to residents, the birds and their nests are protected. …

Council adds eight electric vehicles to highway maintenance fleet
The majority of vehicles used by highways staff are now fully electric Nissan Townstar vans. …

Residents being encouraged to visit Gaia artwork at Bath Abbey
The illuminated planet Earth artwork, called Gaia, is by local artist Luke Jerram. …

Winners of annual Community and Curo in Bloom Awards announced
The winners were revealed earlier this month at Curo’s resident event the BIG Get Together. …

Fashion fans invited to take part in online talk on sustainable clothing
The talk will cover the history of sustainable fashion over the last four hundred years. …

Popular Santa and Elf Run in aid of Dorothy House set to return
The fun run is open to all ages and takes place through the grounds of Dorothy House Hospice. …

Council to monitor impact of e-bikes and e-scooters on pavements
Concerns have been raised about the impact of the new e-bikes, such as obstructing pavements. …

Virtual workshop being held for those in Bath affected by lymphoma
The interactive workshops are led by someone with a personal experience of lymphoma. …

Website launched to help residents across the region gain skills
Skills Connect is designed to make it easier to find information about the training available. …

Six people sentenced as police crack down on county lines network
Last October, five simultaneous warrants were carried out at properties in Bath and Keynsham. …

More traffic restriction measures set to be trialled later this year
Three traffic reduction measures in the programme are currently live across the district. …

Government ban on single-use plastics welcomed by council
Items including plastic cutlery, plates and certain types of polystyrene cups will be banned. …

New parking zones “pushing the problem” to neighbouring areas
Cllr Jess David said she was getting daily phone calls about the number of parked cars in the area. …